Highland High School vs Liberty Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland High School
Gilbert · Public high · Grades 8–12
2,992 students
Liberty Arts Academy
Mesa · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
296 students
| Measure | Highland High School Gilbert, Arizona | Liberty Arts Academy Mesa, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #50 of 286 | #998 of 1,136 |
| National rank | #3960 of 16,910 | #47075 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,992 | 296 |
| Enrollment | 2,992 | 296 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 17% |
| city | Gilbert | Mesa |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 16.1).
- •Highland High School does better on math proficiency (78% vs 17%).
- •Highland High School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 27%).
- •Liberty Arts Academy does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 21.7).
- •Highland High School is the larger school with 2,992 students compared with 296.
- •Highland High School is a public school while Liberty Arts Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Highland High School better than Liberty Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Highland High School ranks higher (67.4 vs 16.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Highland High School and Liberty Arts Academy?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Gilbert and Mesa in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland High School: 2,992. Liberty Arts Academy: 296. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland High School and Liberty Arts Academy rank in Arizona?
Highland High School is 50th of 286 and Liberty Arts Academy is 998th of 1,136 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).